Location: Hill Rd., Griffiss Tech Park, Rome, NY
Senior Programmer / Analyst	Apply Now
Purpose I. Supports AmeriCU in implementing the strategy established by management. II. Works closely with internal customers to help establish business requirements and solve business issues. III. Plays a primary role in the analysis, design, development, documentation, implementation and support of applications for all areas of AmeriCU across single or multiple systems. IV. Provides maintenance support for existing credit union applications and related products as directed. V. Assists users in solving system problems and provides technical assistance to credit union staff. VI. Investigates program errors, defines problems, debugs programs, test results, and implement changes.   Roles & Responsibilities Responsible for the request queue ensuring that user requests are completed according to the department’s SLA. May assign queue items to Programmer Analysts depending on workload and skill level. Develops, tests, and documents report generators applying knowledge of programming techniques and computer systems. Performs database changes for customized inquiries for system-generated letters and forms, and other programs as needed. Evaluates user requests for new or modified programs. Consults with users to clarify program objectives in order to meet the user’s requirements. Interfaces with other team members, researches and makes recommendations for new programs or changes to existing programs. Assists in analyzing business problems and implement programming solutions in cross-functional project environments. Integrate activities with other IT areas to ensure successful implementation and support of software integration. Prepares detailed specifications from which programs will be written. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents programs. May lead projects or coach other project personnel to ensure business application systems are developed in a way that complies with architectural standards and established methodologies and practices. Responsible for operational activities such as file transmissions/tapes, posts programs such as ACH, payroll, share draft, etc. And responsible for maintaining required logs. Responsible for troubleshoots hardware and software problems that include printers, PC’s, data communication devices, Epysis software, and other hardware or software defined by the Manager of Application Systems & Services. Responsible for operations that requires system shutdown or power down, week-end, month-end, quarter-end and year-end duties. Additional duties include such processes as purges and updates. In case of program defects, data errors, equipment failure or fatal error (crash) takes corrective action based on previously programmed steps or using standard techniques. After corrective action is taken, continues with processing. Reports all problems having significant impact on schedule programs and problems not resolvable using standard or prescribed corrective measures to the Manager, Application Systems & Services or the Vice President, Information Technology. Performs other duties as assigned.   Reports To This position reports to the Manager, Application Systems & Services.   Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent work experience required. The candidate must have experience in programming, working with mainframe, PC, or data communications. 7+ years programming experience required. RDMS - SQL Server, Oracle, Sybase required Desire to work in fast-paced team environment. Good technical knowledge, with hands-on experience managing systems development in new computer architectures and environment; knowledge of relevant technology and tools. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to express complex technical concepts in business terms. Good project management skills, operating as part of a team organizing, planning, and executing projects from vision through implementation. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work well on cross-functional project teams and foster team commitment to tasks. Will be required to work nights, weekends, or off-hours, without supervision. Subject ot temporary shift changes and odd workweeks, including weekends. Month-end, quarter-end statements and reports, updates, etc. will necessitate modification of the work schedule. Works with various system and related equipment, i.e. RS6000s, SQL servers, PCs, PC server, LAN/WAN, ATMs and ATM controller, CDMs, Kiosks, communications equipment, and other system related equipment which may be added to expand services to members or to enhance productivity.
This position is Full Time Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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